Individual project funding in the area of theatre

Professional artists and groups can apply for project funding in the field of dance.

Description

The programme supports projects by professional artists and groups who have already achieved initial artistic success in the independent performing arts. The projects should have an independent aesthetic expression, reflect relevant contemporary discourses and represent an enrichment for the independent Munich scene.
The maximum funding amount for individual projects is 100,000 euros. Funding is provided for the production and a limited number of performances. Complementary financing must be conclusively proven.

The funding is aimed at artists of all age groups. Debut funding is provided for the beginning of an artist's career.

Information on the application process

Information on how to apply, the required documents, the procedure, the composition of the jury and answers to frequently asked questions can be found in the documents under " Links & Downloads".

in principle, applications can be submitted by 1 June of the previous year.

applications for 2026 can be submitted until 23:59 on 2 June 2025, as the deadline of 1 June 2025 falls on a Sunday.

Landeshauptstadt München

Kulturreferat
Abteilung 1
Bildende Kunst, Darstellende
Kunst, Film, Literatur, Musik,
Stadtgeschichte, Wissenschaft

Postal address

Landeshauptstadt München
Kulturreferat
Abteilung 1
Bildende Kunst, Darstellende
Kunst, Film, Literatur, Musik,
Stadtgeschichte, Wissenschaft

Burgstraße 4
80331 München

Fax: +49 89 233-21269

Address

Burgstraße 4
80331 München

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